Opera Preview: Nabucco by Giuseppe Verdi

Bellevue Library

Monday, August 03, 20157:00 PM - 7:35 PM

Nabucco was Giuseppe Verdis first big operatic hit. It has a rousing story and great tunes, but the first Italian audiences really loved a chorus "Va, pensiero", believing themselves as oppressed by their Austrian overlords as the Israelite captives in the opera. Don't miss its wonderful music along with Norm ...

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Hollingshead's fascinating

Other Info: Sponsored by the Bellevue Friends of the Library.

Location: Room 1

Book Exchange and More!

Bellevue Library

Tuesday, August 04, 20151:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Ages 5 to 18.Bring in up to 5 good-condition elementary, middle or high school level books and trade them in for some new-to-you titles. In addition, every Tuesday afternoon will feature an all-ages activity.

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Other Info: Call the Bellevue Children's Department at 425.450.1775 for more information about the activity each week.Sponsored by Bellevue Friends of the Library.

Other Info: (I) Room 5

Book Exchange and More!

Bellevue Library

Tuesday, August 11, 20151:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Ages 5 to 18.Bring in up to 5 good-condition elementary, middle or high school level books and trade them in for some new-to-you titles. In addition, every Tuesday afternoon will feature an all-ages activity.

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Other Info: Call the Bellevue Children's Department at 425.450.1775 for more information about the activity each week.Sponsored by Bellevue Friends of the Library.

Other Info: (I) Room 5

Lucha Libre Masks Art Workshop

Bellevue Library

Thursday, August 13, 20153:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Learn about the history of Lucha Libre, a form of professional wrestling that is part of Mexican art and culture. Create your own personalized 3D Luchador mask using traditional colors and patterns. All materials provided.

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Other Info: Sponsored by the Bellevue Friends of the Library.Please register.

Eli Rosenblatt Duo at ChowDowntown

Bellevue Library

Thursday, August 13, 20155:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Enjoy the Eli Rosenblatt Duo performing live at the ChowDowntown Bellevue Food Truck in Ashwood Park, next door to the Bellevue Library. Bring a blanket or chair and join the fun. This salsa-inflected music will get your family up and dancing!

Heroes of History: Knights in Shining Armor Show

Bellevue Library

Saturday, August 15, 20152:00 PM - 3:30 PM

The knights of the Middle Ages were not only heroes in their own time. Today, books, video games, movies and television bring provide stories of their bravery and heroic deeds. Come learn about authentic re-creations of weapons and artifacts.

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Other Info: Room 1

Book Exchange and More!

Bellevue Library

Tuesday, August 18, 20151:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Ages 5 to 18.Bring in up to 5 good-condition elementary, middle or high school level books and trade them in for some new-to-you titles. In addition, every Tuesday afternoon will feature an all-ages activity.

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Other Info: Call the Bellevue Children's Department at 425.450.1775 for more information about the activity each week.Sponsored by Bellevue Friends of the Library.

Other Info: (I) Room 5

Bushwick Book Club Performs Music Inspired by Books

Bellevue Library

Tuesday, August 18, 20156:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Join Bushwick Book Club Seattle,(all members of the local music scene) as they perform original music inspired by books, from the classics to current bestsellers. Audience members will have an opportunity to write a song, in collaboration with the performers!